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Object Number 51-16-10/33144A
Display Title Miniature ivory representation of Arctic fox
Descriptions
Object Description Miniature ivory representation of Arctic fox
Inventory Description Figurine, carved ivory fox, punctate eyes, chipped at base of tail
Classification
  • Figurine
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Asiatic Eskimo
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / Alaska / Nome Census Area / St. Lawrence Island / Old Hut Site
Materials Ivory
Dimensions Overall: 1.6 x 6.2 x 1.4 cm (5/8 x 2 7/16 x 9/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 51-16-10/33144
Provenance
Collector Dr. Samuel J. Mixter (1913)
Donor Dr. Samuel J. Mixter (1951)

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